1954 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1991 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1991 Mercury Tracer is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 58 kg more than 1991 Mercury Tracer.
Because 1954 Aston Martin DB2 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Aston Martin DB2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Mercury Tracer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1954 Aston Martin DB2 (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1954 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Aston Martin DB2 | 1991 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercury |
| Model | DB2 | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
